2002 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2006 Kia Spectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Spectra weights approximately 405 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2006 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Spectra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |